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Crisis management and hazard prevention at municipal level

Managing municipal crises and extraordinary events with legal certainty

This training is held in German.
Corona, the floods in the Ahr valley and the energy crisis have shown that the municipal level must also be able to deal with crises and extraordinary events. In addition to knowledge of responsibilities, competencies and competences, established and practiced processes and procedures are necessary in a specific hazardous situation in order to master the crisis at the municipal administrative level. In this training , you will learn the basics and be made aware of pitfalls and stumbling blocks so that you can better prepare your municipalities for a crisis.

Contents

  • Civil protection and disaster control: differences and similarities.
  • Competencies and responsibilities, in particular of the mayor and other responsible persons.
  • Role of the municipal fire department.
  • Cooperation with the district, local authorities, aid organizations, THW and the German Armed Forces.
  • Risk analysis.
  • Introduction to municipal staff work.
  • Strengthening municipal structures.
  • Challenges for municipalities from a civil protection perspective.

 

The training is held by two speakers, both experienced experts in civil protection and municipal crisis management.

Learning environment

Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.

Your benefit

  • You will learn about the differences and similarities between civil protection and disaster control in Germany.
  • You understand the relevant legal principles.
  • You will learn about the responsibilities and competencies of the different levels.
  • They know how and on what legal basis the municipal level can act in the event of a crisis.
  • You will learn about the key players and challenges in disaster control and civil protection.
  • They are aware of the cooperation between the different levels of government, aid organizations and the German Armed Forces.
  • They learn methods for analyzing the risks of their municipalities.
  • You will gain insights into municipal staff work as well as specific working aids, checklists and tips for practical implementation.

Methods

Lecture and discussion based on case studies, practical examples and current decisions. What has been learned will be deepened through an exchange of experiences, recommendations for action, design tips and group work.

Recommended for

(Lord) mayors, heads and employees of administrative staff or staff for extraordinary matters at municipal level. Heads of public order offices or local police authorities as well as organizational managers of fire departments. Furthermore, members of aid organizations who want to get to know the other side of the command staff.

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41492
€ 740,- plus VAT
1 day
in 2 locations
2 Events
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05.11.2025
Frankfurt a. M.
Booking number: 41492
€ 740,- plus VAT.
€ 880.60 incl. VAT.
Venue
Hilton Garden Inn City Centre
Hilton Garden Inn City Centre
Weserstrasse 43, 60329 Frankfurt a. M.
Room rate: € 147,65 plus VAT.
Arrival via Deutsche Bahn
Train tickets to this event starting at € 51,90.
Days & Times
1 day

Wednesday, 05.11.2025

09:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fee includes
The participation fee includes
  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
11.03.2026
Munich
Booking number: 41492
€ 740,- plus VAT.
€ 880.60 incl. VAT.
Venue
Holiday Inn Unterhaching
Holiday Inn Unterhaching
Inselkammerstraße 7-9, 82008 Munich
Room rate: € 128,39 plus VAT.
Arrival via Deutsche Bahn
Train tickets to this event starting at € 51,90.
Days & Times
1 day

Wednesday, 11.03.2026

09:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fee includes
The participation fee includes
  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
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Booking number: 41492
€ 740,- plus VAT.
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1 day
Fee includes
The participation fee includes
  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
Booking number: 41492
€ 740,- plus VAT.
€ 880.60 incl. VAT.
Details
1 day
Fee includes
The participation fee includes
  • one joint lunch per full seminar day,
  • Catering during breaks and
  • extensive working documents.
The participant will settle the hotel accommodation costs directly with the hotel. You will find a reservation form for hotel bookings in your learning environment.
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